Building Resilient Infrastructure in Communities (BRIC) Grant Program

The Building Resilient Infrastructure in Communities (BRIC) grant program is a federal hazard mitigation funding initiative administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency and coordinated at the state level in Michigan by the Michigan State Police Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division. The program supports proactive investments in infrastructure and mitigation strategies that reduce long-term risk to people and property from natural hazards such as flooding, tornadoes, and severe storms. The program was restored following a federal court order in early 2026, ensuring continued availability of funding for resilience-focused projects nationwide. The purpose of the BRIC program is to strengthen community resilience by funding cost-effective hazard mitigation projects that reduce future disaster-related losses. The program prioritizes infrastructure and construction projects that demonstrate measurable risk reduction and long-term benefits. FEMA emphasizes projects that reduce disaster costs, protect critical infrastructure, and promote the adoption and enforcement of modern building codes. These investments are intended to safeguard lives, minimize disruption to essential services, and support sustainable community development. Funding under the fiscal year 2025 BRIC program is organized into three primary categories. Hazard Mitigation Projects provide nationally competitive funding for large-scale infrastructure and construction efforts designed to improve public safety and reduce damage to property and facilities. Building Code Plus-Up funding supports activities that enhance the adoption and enforcement of hazard-resistant building codes, including workforce development and technical assistance. State Allocation Funding provides each state with funding for smaller-scale mitigation projects and project scoping activities to support future infrastructure investments. Most awards are structured with a 75 percent federal cost share and require a 25 percent non-federal match. Eligible subapplicants for the program include state agencies, federally recognized tribal governments, and local governments within Michigan. The Michigan State Police Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division serves as the primary applicant on behalf of the state and coordinates the review and submission process. All proposed projects must demonstrate cost-effectiveness, meaning the anticipated savings from avoided future damages must exceed the cost of implementation. Additionally, subapplicants must have a FEMA-approved hazard mitigation plan that identifies and prioritizes the proposed project at the time of application and award. The application process begins with the submission of a Notice of Intent form to the Michigan State Police Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division. This initial submission requires applicants to provide basic project details for eligibility review. Selected applicants are then invited to complete a full application through FEMA’s online FEMA GO system. The Notice of Intent form must be completed in one session, as the system does not allow users to save progress. Applicants submitting multiple projects must submit separate forms for each proposal. The fiscal year 2025 application timeline includes several key deadlines. Notices of Intent must be submitted by April 29, 2026. Full applications for state review are due by June 10, 2026, and final applications must be submitted by July 8, 2026, for inclusion in the state’s submission to FEMA. The Michigan State Police processes and submits applications to FEMA by the federal deadline later in July. Applicants are encouraged to submit materials early to allow sufficient time for review and revisions. Program administration and applicant support are provided by the Hazard Mitigation Team within the Michigan State Police, which offers guidance throughout the application process.

Submit early ensure cost effectiveness and confirm hazard mitigation plan eligibility prior to application